Saddle-Stitch Bookbinding Course
This course equips you with expertise in saddle-stitch bookbinding tailored for professional fanzines and limited editions. You will master essential tools, optimal paper selections, reliable stitching techniques, rigorous quality checks, and precise cost estimation to produce resilient, aesthetically pleasing books in runs of 20 to 50 copies.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain comprehensive knowledge in saddle-stitch bookbinding, covering design principles, layout planning, and complete production of high-quality small-run fanzines. Master page imposition, sizing, tool usage, paper choices, folding, collating, stapling, thread sewing, plus enhancements for durability, quality assurance, and efficient time-cost management for professional results.
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Develop skills
- Plan saddle-stitch layouts with proper page counts, imposition, and fanzine formats.
- Choose professional-grade papers and covers for smooth folds, crisp prints, and lasting durability.
- Apply stapling and thread stitching techniques to bind, strengthen, and finish short print runs neatly.
- Establish streamlined workflows for small batches, covering folding, collating, and precise trimming.
- Manage quality assurance, timing, and budgeting for saddle-stitched runs of 20 to 50 copies.
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